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Modern Greek, spoken by approximately 13 million people, is the direct heir of Ancient Greek, the language of philosophy, science, and classical literature. It is the official language of Greece and Cyprus. Economically, Greek is important in Mediterranean tourism, maritime transport (Greece has the world's largest merchant fleet), and services. The country is experiencing promising economic recovery after a challenging period. Linguistically, Greek is distinguished by its unique alphabet and remarkable historical continuity. The modern language maintains many links with Ancient Greek while having evolved to meet contemporary needs. Its lexical richness allows for precise creation of scientific and technical terms. Professional opportunities are developing in tourism, maritime trade, archaeology, teaching, and translation. Greece's strategic position between Europe and the Middle East offers interesting prospects. Culturally, Greek provides access to an exceptional heritage: ancient philosophy, mythology, classical theater, as well as dynamic contemporary culture with its music, literature, and cinema.